Pierre Players Community Theater enriches, educates, and entertains central South Dakota by engaging volunteers and audience members in the process and product of quality theater. Our vision is to enrich lives through compelling theatrical experiences created in a collaborative and adventurous environment. We value a culture of inclusiveness, effective communication, ethical behavior, the highest artistic standards, innovation, fiscal stability, and organizational longevity. Through a season of staged productions, theatrical workshops, and a children’s theater program, we provide an outlet for community members to develop and express their creativity.
“1776” puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the men behind the national icons: proud, frightened, uncertain, irritable, charming, often petty and ultimately noble figures, determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation. It's the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence... if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! “1776” follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania, and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing the Declaration of Independence. Box Office for "1776" opens on June 15, 2026.
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As we get ready to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, what were the challenges faced in forming a new nation? And who were some of the men to take on those challenges?
Meet characters from Pierre Players upcoming production of "1776" on Monday, July 6, at Rawlins Library. Join Ben Franklin of Pennsylvania, Richard Henry Lee of Virginia, Edward Rutledge of South Carolina and more of our founding fathers at 6 p.m. CDT at Rawlins Library, 1000 E. Church St., Pierre.
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Ahoy, young adventurers in central South Dakota! Theatre 605 Tours (formerly known as Dakota Players) is searching for the next crew of daring explorers to star in their original musical production, "Space Pirates!" at the Grand Opera House in Pierre. This production welcomes all ages (K-12 grade), skills and experience levels—no need to have pirate expertise (unless you already do!). During five days of intensive rehearsals, children will learn the ropes of acting, singing and even dancing, all leading to two thrilling performances set in the cosmos. Plus, older child can learn how to operate the sound and lighting equipment, adding some extra sparkle to the adventure!
An ad hoc meeting of a North Georgia women’s social club called “The Glitter Girls" is convened by its richest member, who is supposedly at death’s door and wishing to bequeath some of her millions to one lucky “Sister of the Gleam and Sparkle.” The hitch is that it’s the members themselves who must decide to whom to award the small fortune. It's "Steel Magnolias” meets “Survivor!" Pierre Players will hold auditions for "The Glitter Girls" on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, 7 p.m. at the Grand Opera House in Pierre. There are roles for 7 women and 3 men, or play a role behind the scenes. For more information, contact Director Nancy Kennedy at 605-209-5281.
South Dakota Arts Council support is provided with funds from the state of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
14Jun
As we get ready to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, what were the challenges faced in forming a new nation? And who were some of the men to take on those challenges? Meet characters from Pierre Players upcoming production of "1776" on Monday, July 6, at Rawlins Library. Join Ben Franklin of Pennsylvania, Richard Henry Lee of Virginia, Edward Rutledge of South Carolina and more of our founding fathers at 6 p.m. CDT at Rawlins Library, 1000 E. Church St., Pierre.
Think you know your early American history?
Get ready for Pierre Players' production of “1776” by taking part in History Trivia Night at The Fieldhouse Sports & Spirits on Wednesday, July 1, at 7 p.m. CDT. Bring your trivia team to The Fieldhouse, 2013 Eastgate Avenue, Pierre, to compete for a chance to win free tickets to see Pierre Players’ production of “1776.” Don't have a team? Come anyway, and we will set you up with a team. Whether your win or lose, celebrate the USA’s 250th and see “1776” on July 17-19 and 23-26 at the Grand Opera House.
04Mar
Come enjoy an inside look at the art of set painting! Pierre Players will hold a set painting workshop on Saturday, March 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to noon CDT, at the Grand Opera House, 109 S. Pierre St., Pierre. Learn shading techniques, design application, texturing and more with artist Jen Kanz. This workshop is free but is limited to 10 participants. Pre-register to attend by March 11, 2026. Register here.
